US20100211151A1 - Device and method for healing wounds - Google Patents
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- the present invention relates generally to devices and methods for wound healing, and specifically to devices and methods for healing wounds by the application of electrical stimulation.
- Embodiments of the invention provide simple, lightweight approaches for generating electrical stimulation at the wound site.
- Embodiments of the invention have potential to be implemented in a simple, lightweight package suitable for patient care in many different settings, such as hospital, clinic, home, military, emergency medical services, and even space missions. Additional benefits anticipated include bacterial resistance and the potential for recyclability.
- a device for promoting healing of an injury in a living being comprises an injury covering portion.
- the device may further comprise an adhering portion.
- the injury covering portion comprises an electroactive polymer, such as poled polyvinylidine difluoride (PVDF) or a copolymer of PVDF.
- PVDF poled polyvinylidine difluoride
- the electroactive polymer has either pyroelectric properties, piezoelectric properties, or both.
- the adhering portion adheres the device to a living being.
- the injury covering portion is sized to at least partially cover the injury.
- the injury covering portion advantageously comprises one of an electroactive polymer film, a perforated electroactive polymer film, a woven electroactive polymer fiber, or a non-woven electroactive polymer fiber. Examples of possible electroactive polymer films, and methods for their preparation can be found in co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/131,420, filed Jun. 2, 2008 by Scott-Carnell, et al., entitled “Method and System for Aligning Fibers During Electrospinning”; and co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/274,652, filed Nov.
- the injury covering portion may comprise a coating on at least one surface of the injury covering portion.
- the coating may comprise one of a biodegradable polymer or a precious metal.
- the device may further comprise a heat source for applying heat to the injury covering portion, such as an external heat source.
- a heat source for applying heat to the injury covering portion, such as an external heat source.
- aspects of the present invention are directed to corresponding methods of promoting healing of an injury in a living being.
- FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a device for promoting healing of an injury, in accordance with embodiments of the present invention
- FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of the device of FIG. 1 applied to an injury
- FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of a device similar to the device shown in FIG. 2 but with the addition of a coating, in accordance with embodiments of the present invention.
- Embodiments of the invention utilize an electroactive polymer, such as polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) or a copolymer of PVDF, to promote and accelerate healing of an injury.
- the electroactive polymer may be incorporated into a bandage or used as a gauze pad to cover a wound and to facilitate the wound healing process.
- the electroactive polymer may be used as a suture material to suture a wound and to facilitate the wound healing process.
- the novelty of this technology lies in the ability to influence cell migration at the wound site through the application of an electric field generated by the inherent pyroelectric and piezoelectric properties of electroactive polymers, such as electroactive PVDF and copolymers thereof.
- PVDF electroactive polymer
- co-polymers PVDF-TrFE co-polymers
- embodiments of the invention will be described herein as using PVDF as the electroactive polymer.
- PVDF in vitro studies have shown PVDF to be biocompatible.
- the piezoelectricity in PVDF manifests itself as the generation of voltage with application of pressure.
- the pressure exerted by cell growth or tissue swelling during healing may be sufficient to induce an electric field in the PVDF due to its piezoelectricity.
- two separate properties of PVDF (its inherent pyroelectric properties and its inherent piezoelectric properties) work together to induce an electric field in the PVDF.
- PVDF is rendered electroactive by the processing method employed in manufacturing. Through this process, multilayer meshes can be fabricated with semi-controlled porosities to allow oxygen penetration while maintaining moisture resistance.
- the electroactive nature of the material serves as a barrier to most bacteria and viruses due to their polar characteristics, providing an additional intrinsic benefit.
- PVDF has been used in the biomedical industry in the non-polar form for decades.
- the biocompatibility of electroactive PVDF film was confirmed by a standard live/dead assay as well as in vitro stem cell culture assays performed over 14 day periods.
- FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a device for promoting healing of an injury in accordance with embodiments of the present invention.
- FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of a device for promoting healing of an injury in accordance with embodiments of the present invention.
- the device 10 is in the form of an adhesive bandage which comprises an injury covering portion 12 mounted on a substrate 14 .
- the surface of the substrate surrounding the injury covering portion is coated with an adhesive and thereby comprises the adhering portion 16 .
- the device 10 would be applied to a human (or any other living animal if desired) such that injury covering portion is in contact with and covers the injury 22 and such that the adhering portion adheres to the skin 20 surrounding the injury to keep the device in place.
- the injury covering portion comprises an electroactive polymer, such as poled polyvinylidine difluoride (PVDF).
- PVDF poled polyvinylidine difluoride
- the pyroelectric properties and/or the piezoelectric properties of the electroactive polymer when exposed to body heat and/or pressure, such as from cell growth, cause an electric field to be applied to the injury thus promoting healing.
- Embodiments of the invention may also reduce scarring and may reduce infection.
- embodiments of the invention could alternatively comprise a gauze-like pad without an adhering portion.
- a separate means of adhering the gauze-like pad to the skin would be used, such as adhesive tape or a standard gauze roll.
- embodiments of the invention could comprise a suture material (i.e., a thread-like strand) made of electroactive polymer. Such a suture material would have the double advantage of mechanically closing a wound and promoting cell growth.
- Embodiments of the invention may be constructed in any suitable size, to cover wounds of many different sizes.
- Embodiments of the invention may comprise an electroactive polymer film, a perforated electroactive polymer film, a woven electroactive polymer fiber, or a non-woven (aligned) electroactive polymer fiber.
- Embodiments of the invention may be processed as cast film, extruded as fiber, or electrospun.
- Embodiments of the invention may be post-processed, such as by stretching (axially or biaxially) or being subjected to an electric field to further induce poling.
- a coating 18 (such as a biodegradable polymer or a precious metal (silver or gold) may be applied to at least one surface of the electroactive polymer 12 .
- the metal coating may help increase heat retention and/or provide microbial resistance.
- Embodiments of the invention could potentially be recycled (i.e., may be reusable if properly disinfected).
- a supplemental/external heat source i.e., in addition to body heat
- pressure source i.e., in addition to cellular growth, for example
- Embodiments of the invention may be applied directly to a wound or indirectly through another layer.
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- The invention was made by employees of the United States Government and may be manufactured and used by or for the Government of the United States of America for governmental purposes without the payment of any royalties thereon or therefor. This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/151,532, filed Feb. 11, 2009.
- The present invention relates generally to devices and methods for wound healing, and specifically to devices and methods for healing wounds by the application of electrical stimulation.
- Although the United States spends nearly $20 billion annually to care for individuals suffering from chronic wounds, chronic wound care is still considered a grand challenge by the National Institutes of Health. Solutions to expedite wound healing would result in substantial savings and enhance the quality of life, particularly for individuals suffering from persistent diabetic ulcers. Just as efficient and effective wound care is desirable in terrestrial applications, improved wound healing is also a concern in astronaut health care.
- Innovative approaches such as bioinspiration, i.e., mimicking how the body heals itself, have spawned various wound healing technologies. For example, there are novel materials and techniques based on delivering biological chemicals such as growth factors to a wound site. The results from these approaches have been promising at minimizing scar tissue, but accelerated wound healing has not been demonstrated. Other methods that have been tried include application of light emitting diodes, ultrasound and near infrared laser exposure. However, these techniques have not proven practical for general public use.
- Electrical stimulation at the wound site is a new avenue that has been moderately explored since the early 1980s. Electric fields have been demonstrated to play a critical role in controlling the migration of cells to the wound site following injury. Based on this premise, several products designed to expedite the wound healing process through the application of electric fields have been introduced commercially. However, prior art devices for applying electric fields to wound sites rely on AC or DC power to generate the electric fields. As a result, such devices are cumbersome, complex and expensive, thereby limiting their use.
- Embodiments of the invention provide simple, lightweight approaches for generating electrical stimulation at the wound site. Embodiments of the invention have potential to be implemented in a simple, lightweight package suitable for patient care in many different settings, such as hospital, clinic, home, military, emergency medical services, and even space missions. Additional benefits anticipated include bacterial resistance and the potential for recyclability.
- In one embodiment of the invention, a device for promoting healing of an injury in a living being (such as a human being or other animal) comprises an injury covering portion. The device may further comprise an adhering portion. The injury covering portion comprises an electroactive polymer, such as poled polyvinylidine difluoride (PVDF) or a copolymer of PVDF. The electroactive polymer has either pyroelectric properties, piezoelectric properties, or both. The adhering portion adheres the device to a living being.
- The injury covering portion is sized to at least partially cover the injury. The injury covering portion advantageously comprises one of an electroactive polymer film, a perforated electroactive polymer film, a woven electroactive polymer fiber, or a non-woven electroactive polymer fiber. Examples of possible electroactive polymer films, and methods for their preparation can be found in co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/131,420, filed Jun. 2, 2008 by Scott-Carnell, et al., entitled “Method and System for Aligning Fibers During Electrospinning”; and co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/274,652, filed Nov. 20, 2008, by Wincheski, entitled “Method for Predicting and Optimizing System Parameters for Electrospinning System,” which applications are hereby incorporated by reference as if set forth in their entirety. The injury covering portion may comprise a coating on at least one surface of the injury covering portion. The coating may comprise one of a biodegradable polymer or a precious metal.
- The device may further comprise a heat source for applying heat to the injury covering portion, such as an external heat source.
- In addition to the device for promoting healing of an injury in a living being, as described above, other aspects of the present invention are directed to corresponding methods of promoting healing of an injury in a living being.
- Having thus described the invention in general terms, reference will now be made to the accompanying drawings, which are not necessarily drawn to scale, and wherein:
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FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a device for promoting healing of an injury, in accordance with embodiments of the present invention; -
FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of the device ofFIG. 1 applied to an injury; and -
FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of a device similar to the device shown inFIG. 2 but with the addition of a coating, in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. - Embodiments of the invention utilize an electroactive polymer, such as polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) or a copolymer of PVDF, to promote and accelerate healing of an injury. The electroactive polymer may be incorporated into a bandage or used as a gauze pad to cover a wound and to facilitate the wound healing process. Alternatively, the electroactive polymer may be used as a suture material to suture a wound and to facilitate the wound healing process. The novelty of this technology lies in the ability to influence cell migration at the wound site through the application of an electric field generated by the inherent pyroelectric and piezoelectric properties of electroactive polymers, such as electroactive PVDF and copolymers thereof. Lab studies have shown intrinsic electroactivity is present when an electroactive polymer such as PVDF is exposed to 37° C. without the need to apply voltage. Specifically, a slight charge of 0.28 nanoamps is emitted at 37° C. (normal human body temperature) as measured using thermally stimulated current methods on electroactive PVDF film. Thus, based on previous research with electric fields, embodiments of the invention should expedite the wound healing process significantly. As 37° C. is normal human body temperature, when applied to a human body embodiments of the invention exhibit intrinsic electroactivity from the body heat without the need for an external heat source.
- While any suitable electroactive polymer may be used (e.g., PVDF, co-polymers PVDF-TrFE, etc.), embodiments of the invention will be described herein as using PVDF as the electroactive polymer. In vitro studies have shown PVDF to be biocompatible. In addition to the electroactivity caused by the application of heat, the piezoelectricity in PVDF manifests itself as the generation of voltage with application of pressure. For example, the pressure exerted by cell growth or tissue swelling during healing may be sufficient to induce an electric field in the PVDF due to its piezoelectricity. Thus, two separate properties of PVDF (its inherent pyroelectric properties and its inherent piezoelectric properties) work together to induce an electric field in the PVDF.
- PVDF is rendered electroactive by the processing method employed in manufacturing. Through this process, multilayer meshes can be fabricated with semi-controlled porosities to allow oxygen penetration while maintaining moisture resistance. The electroactive nature of the material serves as a barrier to most bacteria and viruses due to their polar characteristics, providing an additional intrinsic benefit.
- PVDF has been used in the biomedical industry in the non-polar form for decades. The biocompatibility of electroactive PVDF film was confirmed by a standard live/dead assay as well as in vitro stem cell culture assays performed over 14 day periods.
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FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a device for promoting healing of an injury in accordance with embodiments of the present invention.FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of a device for promoting healing of an injury in accordance with embodiments of the present invention. In the embodiment illustrated inFIGS. 1 and 2 , thedevice 10 is in the form of an adhesive bandage which comprises aninjury covering portion 12 mounted on asubstrate 14. The surface of the substrate surrounding the injury covering portion is coated with an adhesive and thereby comprises the adheringportion 16. As in a typical adhesive bandage, thedevice 10 would be applied to a human (or any other living animal if desired) such that injury covering portion is in contact with and covers theinjury 22 and such that the adhering portion adheres to theskin 20 surrounding the injury to keep the device in place. Unlike a typical adhesive bandage, the injury covering portion comprises an electroactive polymer, such as poled polyvinylidine difluoride (PVDF). As discussed above, the pyroelectric properties and/or the piezoelectric properties of the electroactive polymer, when exposed to body heat and/or pressure, such as from cell growth, cause an electric field to be applied to the injury thus promoting healing. Embodiments of the invention may also reduce scarring and may reduce infection. - In addition to an adhesive bandage, embodiments of the invention could alternatively comprise a gauze-like pad without an adhering portion. In such an embodiment, a separate means of adhering the gauze-like pad to the skin would be used, such as adhesive tape or a standard gauze roll. As a further alternative, embodiments of the invention could comprise a suture material (i.e., a thread-like strand) made of electroactive polymer. Such a suture material would have the double advantage of mechanically closing a wound and promoting cell growth.
- Embodiments of the invention may be constructed in any suitable size, to cover wounds of many different sizes. Embodiments of the invention may comprise an electroactive polymer film, a perforated electroactive polymer film, a woven electroactive polymer fiber, or a non-woven (aligned) electroactive polymer fiber. Embodiments of the invention may be processed as cast film, extruded as fiber, or electrospun. Embodiments of the invention may be post-processed, such as by stretching (axially or biaxially) or being subjected to an electric field to further induce poling.
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FIG. 3 , a coating 18 (such as a biodegradable polymer or a precious metal (silver or gold)) may be applied to at least one surface of theelectroactive polymer 12. The metal coating may help increase heat retention and/or provide microbial resistance. - Embodiments of the invention could potentially be recycled (i.e., may be reusable if properly disinfected). A supplemental/external heat source (i.e., in addition to body heat) and/or pressure source (i.e., in addition to cellular growth, for example) may be applied to the electroactive polymer which may further reduce wound healing time. Embodiments of the invention may be applied directly to a wound or indirectly through another layer.
- The corresponding structures, materials, acts, and equivalents of all means or step plus function elements in the claims below are intended to include any structure, material, or act for performing the function in combination with other claimed elements as specifically claimed. The description of the present invention has been presented for purposes of illustration and description, but is not intended to be exhaustive or limited to the invention in the form disclosed. Many modifications and variations will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention. The embodiment was chosen and described in order to best explain the principles of the invention and the practical application, and to enable others of ordinary skill in the art to understand the invention for various embodiments with various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated.
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